WWD: Rodarte RTW Spring 2012

Inspired by Van Gogh — his sunflowers, swirls of stars, brushstrokes and vibrant colors — the clothes were a mesmerizing concoction of color, construction and fantastical gowns. The Mulleavys are dreamers, and one could imagine them waking up with visions of off-the-shoulder dresses draped from golden floral-print silk. A number of styles fit this description, whether a short, structured cocktail frock with a dropped waist and folded circle skirt, or an ethereal gown of iridescent seafoam tulle lavished with silk sunflower embroidery. Similar silhouettes came in more painterly prints from the artist's starry night. For the full review and images: http://bit.ly/n15eOO